Wildlife Selfoss

Northwest to the town of Eyrarbakki is a wetland area, rich in birdlife. The reserve has walking paths and a bird hide, an ideal spot for bird watching. The Flói Bird Reserve is listed in the Bird Life international Association. The Reserve is characterized by its flood meadows and numerous small ponds. Approximately 70 species of birds have been recorded in the Reserve. During spring and autumn migration Greylag Geese and White-fronted Geese can be found as well as Wigeon and Tufted Duck and various waders such as Snipe and passerines like Wheatear. During winter, birds, chiefly gulls and sometimes Long-tailed Duck and Common Eider, are concentrated in the estuary of the river Ölfusá. Whooper Swan, Teal, Mallard and Goosander are attracted to open water in winter.

School groups. ½ hour (paddle) assistant on the lakeside, paddle free on a specific area in Löngudæl. Great for school groups some just want to feel free on the water and splash with each other. 2450 ISK Robinson Crusoe. Tour 1 - 3 hours without a guide. A particularly interesting possibility for families and individuals, is where participants can explore by them selfs the amazing labyrinth of the swamp. Map of the area for sale at the reception. Notice that the area is absolutely safe. Adult 4950 ISK Children 6 - 14  years 1350 ISK Challenge kayaking. 1 hour organized tour with a guide. Ideal for all kinds of groups of 5 to 50 persons. Paddled along Löngudæl lake and into the narrow canals of the swamp. The area offers a relaxed mood and can challenge the teamwork of the group. 5600 ISK Power Challenge kayaking. This is an organized 2-hour guided tour. The tour is ideal for groups from 5 to 50 individuals. We paddle along the lake Löngudæl into the swamp area where we paddle along the narrow canals and into the river Hraunsá and all the way to the sea. We paddle along the coastline with the ocean on one side and the skerries and the small lagoons on the other. Surrounded by the beauty of the diversity of nature the lagoons are the ideal home for seals and birds. The trip ends in the harbor of Stokkseyri village. All participants must paddle close to the shore and be near the guide. Age limit: 14 years.  9.600 ISK. Adventure kayaking. 2 hours sea tour. Now the environment is of a completely different nature. The skerries with beautiful lagoons are the home of seals and birds and the whole biota is incredibly diverse. It is very important that participants stay close to the shore with our guide. Adventure kayaking in Iceland. Amazing experience. Age limit: 14 years. 9.600 ISK A Northern Lights Adventure you will never forget This 1 to 2-hour guided kayaking adventure takes us through the calm water canals in the south Iceland village of Stokkseyri. With only our headlamps shining over the water, our guide will lead the way through the canals, to our destination. Then we will turn off our headlamps and look up into the sky where the aurora borealis dances overhead, mesmerizing us with their splendor. Afterward, we return to our base silently paddling through the stillness of the night, accompanied by the cry of seagulls and the sound of the pounding surf a short distance away. A romantic, uplifting and enchanting experience that you will not soon forget.Winter hours: October through March, (as long as the canals are not frozen)Departure: anytime between 8 pm and 1 am (20:00 and 01:00) by priorArrangements include: kayak, waterproof overalls, life vest, headlamps, guide, and entrance to the swimming pool.Price: 8.900kr per personMinimum number of participants: 5Maximum number of participants: 50Age: 14 years Access to the swimming pool and hot tubs is included in all tours at opening times of the swimming pool. For groups, the swimming pool is always open. Necessary equipment: Spare clothing and of course towel and swimsuit. Extra charge outside regular opening hours.  Price for 1-5 pers. 8.000 ISK. And 6-10 pers. 5.000ISK. 11+ free Tours begin at Stokkseyri swimming pool. Kindly do not consume alcoholic beverages before the tours. Any individual that clearly is under the influence of alcohol will be denied participation.

Vatnsholt is a beautiful farmstead that has recently been completely renovated. The view from Vatnsholt is one of the most expansive in all of Iceland, with clear view of landmarks such as the islands of Vestmannaeyjar, the Eyjafjallajökull volcano, and the well-known mountains of Tindfjöll and Hekla. Vatnsholt is conveniently located 70 km from Reykjavik with an easy access from the main highway. The facilities include made-up beds, living room, kitchen and shared bathrooms. Larger groups will enjoy the use of the dining hall, kitchen and two bathrooms. Also on the premises are a sundeck, grill, a hot tub and a playground area with the highest quality play equipment. In addition to the hotel we now offer a brand new camping area in Vatnsholt, opened on June 1, 2021. The camping area is located next to Hotel Vatnsholt and guests can enjoy all that the hotel has to offer, for exsample footballgolf, football, outdoor play area, fishing in Villingholtsvatni, kayak rental, bike rental, restaurant, bar, pool, dart and more. In addition to all that, both children and adults are sure to enjoy our eclectic collection of farm animals, which includes dogs, horses, rabbits, chicken, sheep and cattle.  We look forward to welcoming you to our farm, and hope that you will enjoy experiencing farmlife and our animals, as well as the exquisite beauty of the landscape.